Events
The Christchurch Local History Society meets at the Christchurch Junior School, Clarendon Road, Christchurch each month from September to May. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month, except the September meeting is on the second Tuesday. A nominal entrance fee is charged; members £1.00 and non-members £2.00. All meetings start promptly at 7:30 p.m. and usually last c. 2 hours. Refreshments available.
CLHS Programme 2011/2012
6th Sept 2011 Grand houses of Mudeford by Mike Andrews
A glimpse into the history and people of the grand houses of Mudeford.
4th Oct 2011 It’s a grave business by Rob Curtis.
A look into the history of burials, cremations and associated rituals.
1st Nov 2011 Shops of Christchurch by John Lewis
A fascinating and nostalgic look at our High Street and its characters.
6th Dec 2011 New Forest National Park Costal Project by James Brown
Exciting discoveries under the sea. This is ongoing – not to be missed.
3rd Jan 2012 RAF Sopley and Winkton advanced landing ground by John Livesley
A rare insight into our local wartime airfields.
7th Feb 2012 Building submarines by Rev. Stuart Timbrel
The usual dose of hilarity as he describes his years at Barrow-in-Furnace.
6th Mar 2012 The Royal Yacht Britannia by Mike Crankshaw
Mike was a chef on Britannia and gives us a wonderful look at the Royal Family.
3rd Apr 2012 Stonehenge by Julian Richards
Back by popular demand. As on TV Julian brings history and archaeology to life.
May 2012 Annual General Meeting – date to be confirmed
Members £1.00 and non members £2.00
